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"Our levels of manliness shouldn’t be determined by what we aren’t; it should be determined by what we are." (Graphic Editor / Alex Cruz)

Otto: What it really means to “man up”

Christopher Otto, News&Photography Editor September 17, 2025

Growing up, my mom and dad taught me that it was okay to cry over something or to be open with my feelings about certain things. And let me tell you, I was a really sensitive kid growing up, so I cried...

Scott Hubbard competes in a race. Hubbard will race at the Osprey Open this weekend. (Rowan Athletics)

Rowan men’s cross country gears up for Osprey Open

Luke Brown, Sports Beat Writer September 17, 2025

The Profs are gearing up to compete in Galloway, N.J., this weekend for the Osprey Open, their second event of the regular season. After a third-place finish at Salisbury’s Fall Classic to begin the...

Mordecai Ford runs with the ball. Ford was named NJAC Offensive Rookie of the Week for his performance last weekend against Moravian. (Contributor / Trevor Miceli)

Weisinger: Offensive firepower positions Profs for NJAC breakthrough

Jordan Weisinger, Sports Beat Writer September 17, 2025

After Rowan’s first game of the season was called a tie at 17-17 on Sept. 6 due to rain, there was controversy over the decision. Just one week later, those feelings can be put to rest as Rowan stays,...

Students retreat from the rain outside to play a few rounds of ring toss. Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2025. Glassboro, NJ. (Staff Writer / Michael Bautista)

Rohrer Fest sees business moved indoors due to weather

Michael Bautista, Staff Writer September 17, 2025

Colorful carnival game booths, student laughter, and pop music hits filled the inside of Business Hall during Rohrer Fest, a yearly carnival-style event held for Rowan University business students. “It’s...

"It’s an amazing opportunity to be able to play the foreigner, and I’m lucky to be in a position where I can make the most of this time." (Dan Hassall)

Hassall: Breaking the language barrier through study abroad

Dan Hassall, Staff Writer September 17, 2025

My first day of classes–eager to practice what I’d been studying for so long–I found myself in a conversation with a French student. Moving through all the little small talk, like “What’s your...

Christian McGillen dribbles the ball. McGillen transferred to Rowan from La Salle. (Rowan Athletics)

Christian McGillen makes his mark early with Rowan men’s soccer

Jordan Weisinger, Sports Beat Writer September 17, 2025

Entering every season, team's lose and gain players. A couple key players Rowan lost were captain Turlough Gartlan and starting keeper Dylan Aportela. However, someone they picked up in the transfer portal...

From left to right: Nathan Lowe, Andrew J. McNally, Asim Z. Haque, Bob Brabston, and Mark Magyar speak as a part of the first panel of experts. Tuesday, Sept. 16, 2025. Glassboro, NJ. (Photography Editor / Christopher Otto)

Sweeney Center holds conference addressing energy workforce

Christopher Otto, News & Photography Editor September 17, 2025

With the energy landscape in New Jersey constantly changing and evolving, much like the rest of the world, experts have been looking for new strategies to fill current needs and demand for energy, as well...

"Speech, ideas, and values are never a reason to be violent towards or kill someone, especially in a country whose foundation is built on the freedom of speech." (Nicholas DiCicco)

DiCicco: A turning point for the United States, or just another act of violence?

Nick DiCicco, Contributor September 17, 2025

A boiling pot won’t stop until you turn off the flame. Whether it be the violent storming of the Capitol after the 2020 election, the attack on Paul Pelosi, the murder of Brian Thompson, the assassination...

"Since taking over as the head coach in 1999, Leacott’s teams have made 17 appearances in the NCAA tournament while capturing four New Jersey Athletic Conference (NJAC) championships" (Rowan Athletics)

Scott Leacott leads Rowan women’s soccer into year 26 with same passion

Gerasimos Gerovasiliou, Sports Beat Writer September 17, 2025

Entering his 26th season as Rowan women’s soccer’s longest tenured and winningest head coach, Scott Leacott continues to see his craft as more than an everyday profession. “It’s one of the greatest...

Gabriella Pagano competes in a race. Pagano is a senior this season. (Rowan Athletics)

Gabriella Pagano takes big strides in her senior season

Aiden Seratore, Sports Beat Writer September 17, 2025

With the loss of Mia Guerra to graduation last spring, Rowan women’s cross country needed to rely on key returners to step up, in order to help the team repeat as New Jersey Athletic Conference (NJAC)...

Tess Herman hits the ball. Herman scored two goals against Muhlenberg. (Rowan Athletics)

Tess Herman scores two goals as Rowan field hockey defeats Muhlenberg

Leo West and Luke Brown September 17, 2025

Captain Tess Herman scored two goals as the Profs field hockey team was able to snap a two-game losing streak on Monday with a 5-2 win over Muhlenberg College at Scotty Wood Stadium. Herman, who hasn’t...

SGA logo. (ProfLink)

SGA Senate holds first meeting of the Fall 2025 semester

Mattie Mac Kay, Arts & Entertainment Editor September 17, 2025

Rowan Student Government Association (SGA) held its first meeting of the semester on Sept. 15, 2025. The meeting began with an open session from Rowan Public Safety Director Steven Ronaldo, where he...

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